Daily Trust

Abia Warriors coach warns players against complacenc­y

- By David Ngobua

The Technical Adviser of Abia Warriors, Abdul Biffo has warned his players against complacenc­y as he said they should not be carried away by their recent exploits against Lobi Stars.

Against all odds, Abia Warriors shocked Lobi Stars 4-2 in Makurdi to end their 80-game unbeaten run at home.

Addressing the players at the team’s hotel shortly after the victory, Biffo told the boys to consolidat­e on the achievemen­t by performing better in their subsequent matches instead of thinking they have arrived.

Describing the away win as sweet, the former Niger Tornadoes of Minna tactician said the entire team was pushed to the wall after three consecutiv­e goalless draws in the league and had resolved to start the resurgence with the game in Makurdi.

“We thank the Almighty God for the victory which has reduced the pressure on us but we also have to note that we are still not completely safe so we continue to battle.

“Instead of celebratin­g the victory too much, we should consolidat­e on it and try as much as possible to do well in our subsequent matches “, Biffo told his boys.

Responding on behalf of his team mates, captain of the team, Austin Obaroakpo said the achievemen­t against Lobi came as a result of collective effort by all the stakeholde­rs.

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